Planning Matters update – Hares Lane
The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Celebrations
Jubilee Celebrations on the High Street
Community Bus Survey – Have your say!
Please see the following information showing a summary of the Parish Council’s meetings, activities and financial spend at the end of the financial year.
If any residents would like a printed copy of the Annual Report 2020/21, please email admin admin@hartleywintney-pc.gov.uk.
Dear Residents,
For many people in all walks of life, the COVID virus has left an indelible stain in a way, for the post war generation, perhaps as significant as World War II. The aftermath of WW2 was a focus on the social as well as the human cost which led to the foundation of the National Health Service which has as we all know played a key role in addressing the virus today.
This focus on a social agenda, albeit on a smaller scale than the establishment of the NHS, has caused a shift evidenced by the way in which various organisations – of which we are part – are re-shaping their response to community needs. Here are some examples:
These changes will undoubtedly have an impact on the mosaic of our lives.
Moving the spotlight on, the need to provide both affordable housing and meet the needs of a rapidly aging population was identified in our Neighbourhood Plan. Two initiatives on the table now aim to do this:
Less palatable, however, is the proposed ‘Garden Village’ of 5,000/10,000 homes in an area designated ‘Shapley Heath’ being espoused by Hart District Council which we continue to challenge.
In his usual style, Jeremy Clarkson alleged that Parish Councils are clubs for people who want everything to remain as it was in 1858. I am confident that what I’ve outlined here – ably aided and abetted by the Parish Office led by our Executive Clerk, Karyn Reid, and our ‘internet savvy’ and engaged Parish Councillors – seriously challenges that notion.
Chris Farrance
Chairman
Hartley Wintney Parish Council
Chris.farrance@hartleywintney-pc.gov.uk
The Parish Council relies on numerous people – staff, Ward Councillors, volunteers, individuals, local groups, consultants, contractors and suppliers – for the success of its work; this Annual Report provides an opportunity for acknowledgment.
Employees
Karyn Reid – Executive Clerk
Sarah Daly – Deputy Clerk – Events & Amenities
Mandy Smith – Community Bus Administrator
Julian Martin – Horticulture & Amenities Officer
Megan Spiers – Support & Communications Officer
John Cox – Play Area/ Grounds Maintenance
Paul Mant – Community Bus Driver
Graham Bartlett – Community Bus Driver
Alan Williams – Community Bus Driver
Den Coates – Community Bus Driver
Chris Morgan – Community Bus Driver
Ward Councillors
County Cllr. David Simpson
District Cllr. Anne Crampton
District Cllr. Tim Southern
District Cllr. Spencer Farmer
Thank you to all our Community Groups, Contractors and Volunteers who support various aspects of the community –your efforts and kindness make a real difference to life in our lovely village.
Photo kindly provided by Derek Trendell